This breastfeeding class is for pregnant couples and their families. 

You may wonder why you need a class for breastfeeding? I developed this class to prepare parents for the first two weeks: a time when so many things happen... and so many mothers quit. 

Get the best start whether you're planning a home or hospital birth.

This comprehensive class covers beginning breastfeeding, the introduction of solid foods and weaning.

• How to prepare yourself and your family for breastfeeding (It's not what you think!)
• What skin to skin contact is, and is not
• What makes a "good latch" good
  
• How birth practices affect breastfeeding and what to do if things go sideways
• Postpartum bonding
• How the other parents fits into breastfeeding and recovery
• It includes the book The First Five Days by Donna Bruschi, IBCLC

In addition, you may have questions about:

• Selecting a breast pump, when to start and essential considerations for returning to work.
• How to have a great milk supply, even if your breasts are small, even if you have twins, even if you're worried... 
  
• Pacifiers, safe bottle feeding, how often and how long to feed 
  
• Knowing signs that you NEED help and where to get it, and why it's not the Internet. 
   
  This class is taught by Donna Bruschi, IBCLC, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, La Leche League Leader and owner of New Baby New Paltz. She breastfed her 3 children, including twins. She shares her wisdom of two decades of helping mothers and babies get breastfeeding right for them.

For questions, please call/text Donna at (845) 750-4402 

Evening and weekends times available.

This 2 hour class is $150 per family in Highland, NY, or $300 in-home (within 45 mins of Highland, NY - Google Maps)

Payment is required to register. Refunds will be made until 7 days in advance. All other cancellations will receive store credit, or a make-up class.

The super soft, absorbent, and reusable nursing pad – 3 pairs per box!

Milkies Softies Contoured Nursing Pads have a unique 3-layer design that guards against leaks without adding bulk or puffiness to your bra. A plush natural fiber layer rests lightly against your skin, and wicks moisture away quickly. The inner microfiber layer is ultra-absorbent and the outer layer is microbe and leak resistant. Best of all, Softies are contoured in shape to provide a better and more comfortable fit. Designed by nursing moms for nursing moms, Softies keep breastfeeding moms dry and comfortable.

• 3 layers of comfort and leak protection
• Completely reusable – machine wash and dry
• Each box includes 3 pairs of Softies
• Thoughtfully designed, sustainably sourced, and easy to love!
• Contoured shape for a better fit

LactTube is a medical grade feeding tube, created with babies in mind and parents in heart. Our Lactation Aid helps parents to supplement their babies without interfering with breastfeeding. Parents can use this feeding tube along with a container for breastmilk or formula such as a bottle. Tube can be inserted in the corner of baby's mouth or used for finger-feeding. If parent chooses to use the LactTube at the breast, a medical tape can be helpful to keep the tubing in place. LactTube is compatible with all oral syringes (not an En-Fit conenction). Syringe is neccesary to use with LactTube for cleaning purposes (syringes sold separately). LactTube is designed to be used on short-term basis of no more than two weeks.

• Flexible, yet firm to prevent kinking
• Single hole, open tip
• 36 inches in length
• Decreased outer size for more comfortable feeding
• Compatibe with all oral syringes (not EnFit)
• Can be used up to 2 weeks (please replace tubing once tip becomes stiff)
• Medical-grade PVC
• Sterile individual packaging 
• 25 tubes in box

Milk Trays – a breast milk and baby food freezing system invented by moms for moms!

Let’s face it – pumping and storing breast milk takes effort. It is a labor of love, of course, but hard work nonetheless. But, if pumping and storing your breast milk helps you reach your breastfeeding goals and allows your child to have your breast milk for as long as possible, it is worth every bit of effort, right?

Milk Trays, a breast milk freezing system, can help to make this chore easier. At first glance, Milk Trays look similar to typical ice cube trays. But, take a closer look and you will see that Milk Trays are much, much more. Unlike ice cube trays, Milk Trays are specifically designed for expressed milk with a total of 16 semi-cylinder cavities holding 1 oz. each.

Most importantly, Milk Trays are made from PET plastic, a food-safe plastic that contains no bisphenol-A (BPA), phthalates, or dyes. Milk Trays freeze your milk in 1-ounce “Milk Sticks” that fit through ALL bottle openings and allow you to thaw just the right amount of milk for each feeding – so that not a drop of your “liquid gold” goes to waste. Milk Trays have fitted lids that protect your milk while it freezes and allow for space-saving stacking in the freezer, and the trays are flexible enough to allow the Milk Sticks to be removed easily. And, last but not least, Milk Trays are reusable – making them the most economical and environmentally-friendly choice for freezing your breast milk.

Instructions for use:

1) Pour breast milk directly into trays just below the “fill line” – Do not overfill (milk will expand as it freezes).

2) Cover trays with lid and place in freezer, milk will be frozen in 3-4 hours.

3) After removing frozen trays, wait approx. 30-45 seconds before flexing to remove your milk sticks. For a demonstration, please click here. 

4) To remove milk sticks, hold tray at both ends and begin flexing back and forth several times. As the milk sticks begin separating it will become easier to flex the tray.

5) Place sticks into a ziplock bag (quart size recommended) and place back in freezer for future use.

6) Hand wash trays.

When it’s time to introduce solids, use the Milk Trays to freeze homemade baby food!

Is your baby ready to start eating solid foods? With so many pre-packaged baby foods available, finding the healthiest foods from the grocery store shelves can be a difficult chore.

Instead of spending valuable time in the supermarket aisles scrutinizing baby food jar labels, many parents find it easier and more comforting (not too mention more economical) to make baby foods at home. Homemade baby foods are fresher and more nutrient-dense than many pre-packaged baby foods. And, by making your own, you get to choose exactly what goes into the foods your baby is eating – that means no additives, preservatives, starchy fillers, sugar or sodium!

But, life with a baby is hectic and unpredictable, so trying to make homemade baby food each day can become burdensome. Making a big batch of baby food from your favorite vegetables or fruits and freezing it for later use is a great way to be sure you have food ready for your baby when you need it.

To view answers to some commonly asked questions pertaining to Milk Trays, see FAQ below.

Patented design allows you to save every drop of precious breast milk  Slim and comfortable – no more nursing pads or milk-stained shirts  Comes with a convenient carrying case that also serves as a stand for the Milk Saver  Holds more than 2 ounces of breast milk
Protective lid prevents milk from spilling out of the Milk-Saver during normal use
Wash by hand, on the top rack of your dishwasher, or boil (do not steam)
Tested to ensure zero chemical leaching; contains no BPA or phthalates

Milkies Freeze: Convenient, space-saving breast milk storage!

Tired of digging through your freezer to recover lost bags of breast milk? Worried that you are using your frozen breast milk out of order?

The Milkies Freeze is the answer to your breast milk storage hassles and concerns.

The Milkies Freeze is a "first in, first out" breast milk patented storage system that fits in your freezer. Simply collect your precious breast milk in any milk storage bag, and place the bag on the metal quick-freeze tray at the top of the Freeze.

Once the milk is frozen, slip the bag into the Freeze storage system through the slot at the top, and the bag will fall to the bottom of the storage container. When you need to thaw a bag of breast milk to feed to your little one, pull a bag out from the bottom of the Freeze - that way you are sure to use the oldest milk first!

The Milkies Freeze can store up to 60 ounces of breast milk.

 LilyPadz are a patented, innovative nursing pad made of a comfortable, skin-like layer of 100% medical grade silicone. The exclusive design of LilyPadz maintains gentle pressure on the nipple while in place and forms a non-absorbent barrier that actually prevents breast milk leakage.

No more inconvenient pad exchanges, and both you and your clothes stay dry!

Available in to convenient size options:  Regular and Large (Large recommended for DD cup size and larger).

• Breathable
• Latex-Free
• Ultra Thin
• Non-Absorbent
• Non-Collecting
• Adhesive-Free
• Economical
• Dermatologically Tested

ComfortGel Extended-Use Hydrogel pads may provide soothing, cooling relief and protection from nipple pain or trauma related to breastfeeding. They help create a moist wound environment that is recommended for optimal wound care. Pads fit discreetly and securely inside most nursing bras for extra cushioning and protection from rubbing against clothing while healing. Long life, pads can be rinsed and reused.

As you may know, Kim, the owner of Three Sisters Herbals took a leave of absence for her health. Three Sisters Herbals is getting back to business shortly.

If you want Magic Salve when it's ready to ship, pre-order now.

You will receive updates as I get them, and your order will be processed when Magic Salve is received.

A customer favorite!!!

Magic Salve is our skin care 'Go-to " for families, first aid kits and makeup bags, gym bags, diaper bags, pocketbooks, backpacks....well, we think you get the point!

Anywhere you have skin, Magic Salve can be there to soothe, moisturize and help you and your family feel great being chemical-free, toxin-free, paraben-free, petroleum-free, perfume-free...

Ok, ok, you get the point:

It is All-Natural, Handcrafted Goodness. Magic Salve is moisturizing because of the natural Olive Oil base. The Olive Oil is infused with only 100% organic herbs. Experience our all-natural, handcrafted product without harsh chemicals and fragrances.

Magic Salve's free from common allergens, non-greasy, non-irritating, super-soothing skin salve is Made in The USA and naturally contains a light, refreshing scent.

Enjoy the benefits of a hand selected, unique herbal blend known to moisturize, protect skin and promote healing of many common skin conditions.

Because of it's super healing qualities, Magic Salve works wonders to help those undergoing cancer treatments. It moisturizes skin drying from treatments and helps skin to heal.

Directions: Apply a small amount of Magic Salve as needed, and rub into skin until absorbed.

Remember, a little goes a long way. Enjoy the relief you'll feel from using a natural alternative skin care salve product that really works! Safe for breastfeeding, diaper rash, cloth diapering and perineal care after childbirth.

Available Sizes: .25 oz. tube, 1oz. tin, 2 oz. tub, 4 oz. tub, 8 oz. tub

Ingredients: Herbs and Essential Oils are 100% Organic Olive Oil, Calendula, Chamomile Flowers, Chickweed, Plantain, Beeswax, Lavender Essential Oil.

Does Not Contain: parabens, perfumes, petroleums, chemical perfumes

DISCLAIMER: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Three Sisters Herbals LLC products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. These statements are not meant to replace the advice of a healthcare professional nor your own research.

Bamboobies Washable Nursing Pads are made of ultra-soft and soothing bamboo rayon velour, an absorbent inner layer of cotton with an outer milk-proof™ liner to help prevent embarrassing leaks!

These nursing pads are super absorbent and eco-friendly.

bamboobies Washable Nursing Pads come in two varieties.

--The ultra-thin, heart-shaped regular nursing pads are made for light leaking and are designed to be less visible through clothing.

--The round-shaped overnight nursing pads are not only ultra-soft, but larger, thicker and super absorbent for heavy leaking and newborn nursing.

This pack of both overnight and regular pads makes a great gift or registry item – the perfect thing to buy if you’re pregnant and not sure what you’ll need!

GladRags ultra-soft organic cotton reusable nursing pads absorb leakage and protect your breasts from harsh chemicals found in disposable nursing pads. Easy to clean and -- best of all -- the fold-over flap gives you a natural look.

Materials/Ingredients Organic cotton flannel.

Machine wash cold using a natural detergent and tumble dry low or line dry. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. You may hand wash pads if desired.

KeyFeatures

• One Pad – Day or Night
• Ability to add liners to increase absorbency
• Thin & lightly contoured for discretion under clothing
• Made from organic cotton and natural fibers
• Slim, comfortable and won’t slip
• Silky-soft luxurious feel
• Reusable & Durable
• Waterproof mid layer to avoid wetness seeping through
• To maximise absorbency - wash a couple of times before use

• TIME & SANITY SAVER ... Discreetly and cleanly transport your pump parts & setup/take down your pump parts on a clean staging mat!
• Fits perfectly in your Sarah Wells Breast Pump Bag

Use the waterproof main compartment to hold clean and then dirty/wet parts and use the detachable innovative staging mat as a clean spot on your desk, bathroom counter, etc. for setting up your pump parts.

Perfectly sized for breast pump parts; holds 4 8-oz bottles, plus all other pump parts and more

12" H x .25" W x 10" L (Unfolded) / 6" H x 1" W x 10" L (Folded into quarters)

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

Hand-wash the Pumparoo daily for short-term cleaning, followed by regular machine washing (please always use soap or detergent. Rinsing is not enough to adequately clean the Pumparoo).

NOT dryer safe, line dry only.

This cap connects the flange to the tubing on Ameda pump flanges.

Silicone Diaphragm for use with the Ameda Hygieni-kit milk collection system

Important part for proper function of all Ameda breast pumps. 

BPA free

The right size flange makes all the difference in the world for comfort and optimal milk production. It’s not an exact science —Only you can determine whether a flange is the right size! The right size is a flange that is comfortable to use all day and gives you the most expressed milk. Each breast may need a different size, your size might change from morning to night if your nipple swells. Use these guidelines and experiment with what works best for you.

The breast flange is the funnel shaped piece that cups your breast. A good fit is important! It can help make breast pumping comfortable and help you pump more milk. All Ameda® HygieniKit® Milk Collection Systems come with a standard size 25.0mm flange that works well for many moms, but we also offer a range of different flange sizes and inserts – our CustomFit Flange System – to ensure you find your best fit.

M/L set contains two Large Breast Flanges 30.5 mm and two Medium inserts 28.5 mm

XL/XXL set contains two 2X Large Flanges 36 mm and two  XL inserts 32.5 mm.

Finding the Right Fit

Flange size – and your fit – is determined by the width of the flange opening. You can measure your nipple to estimate which size flange is best, then check your flange fit by watching your nipple during pumping.

A good fit is when your nipple moves freely in the breast flange tunnel during pumping. You see space around the nipple, and not much of the areola is drawn into the breast flange tunnel with the nipple.

A flange is too small when some or all of your nipple rubs against the sides of the breast flange tunnel, and can be uncomfortable. A flange that is too large will allow more of the areola to come into the breast flange tunnel with your nipple and rub against the sides, causing discomfort.

Flange fit can change as the breast changes after birth and with pumping. Use a size that feels comfortable and provides the best results.

This convenient six-pack of collection bottles makes it easy to collect milk at work and feed fresh milk the next day without the hassle of transferring milk into new containers.

Insulated bag and freezer packs can be kept in refrigerator at work or daycare ensuring that your baby’s milk stays fresh and untouched by others. Buy two sets for optimal use. Don’t need 6 bottles? Fill extras with water and freeze for extra cold temperature stability.

Silicone Duck Bill Valves for use with the Ameda Hygieni-Kit milk collection system

The HygieniKit valves are Ameda breast pump parts designed to preserve pump suction while allowing milk to flow into a milk storage bag, bottle, or other collection containers. Ameda valves are compatible with several of Ameda's hospital-strength personal pumps and multi-user breast pumps, which use the Ameda HygieniKit Milk Collection System. To ensure the best performance of your breast pump, we recommend replacing valves every 8-12 weeks, depending on cleaning and use. Replacement parts can be easily swapped into your current setup at any time and help keep you pumping as efficiently as possible.

Duck bill valves should be replaced if torn, stretched or a decrease of suction is sensed. For most women working 40 hours per week, plan on changing them every month. You may need to change them more or less frequently.

BPA free